A couple of days ago I featured a very similar fold called the “2 Point Puff“. The regular “Puff Fold” shown here is a bit tamer and a bit more subtle. It is a fantastic fold for all patterned silk pocket squares. It is my go to fold when wearing a sports coat or blazer without tie. Here is how to create this fold:

Puff Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Pinch the center of the pocket square with two fingers and pick it up.

Slide the pocket square through your other hand so that the four ends hang down evenly.

Now fold up the four tips to reduce the height of the completed fold.

Last, place the pocket square into your breast pocket and style to your liking. The more of the pocket square is visible, the bolder the statement.

If you like yesterday’s featured “3-Stairs Fold” then I am convinced you are going to like the “wave Fold” as well. Because the “Wave Fold” has more volume than the “3-Stairs” it is better suited for patterned pocket squares creating a more vibrant, fun, and somewhat casual look. Here is how to create this fold:

1-Tip Up Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

As with all pocket square folds, lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold one corner down to create an even triangle.

Fold one side in so that it ends just below the other side.

Fold in again. Now 3 corners should be showing.

Turn the pocket square so the long side of the triangle faces towards you. Then fold the closed side up.

Turn the pocket square over and have the tip face towards you. Then fold the side that has the corners shown down.

Fold it in half again so that the “waves” become visible.

Last, place the folded pocket square into your breast pocket.

One of my favorite folds is the so-called “3-Stairs Fold”. I usually choose it when dressing up for black tie or black tie optional events. While great for any pocket square pattern, I prefer those solid in color made from silk. Here is how to create the fold:

Three Stairs Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat. Make sure it is free of wrinkles.

Fold in half to create a triangle.

Create accordion like pleats by folding a portion of the triangle up, then back down. Make sure the folds stay in place by pressing down with the palm of your hand.

Continue to create pleats. Make sure that about 1/2 inch shows from the pleat below.

And create yet another pleat.

Now fold to create the 3rd and final pleat.

Fold the trinangle in half at the center.

Now fold one side over.

Do the same with the opposite side.

At last tug the pocket square into your breast pocket.